Dearest Mimi and family, I am shocked to hear of the loss of John. Larry and I are much saddened by this news and wish all of you calm and peace ahead as you learn to navigate this world without him. Nancy

- Nancy Powers, Hilton Head, SC

At Cogdell & Mendrala, John showed me that good leadership could be kind and considerate. He was a role model and a friend. I treasure the time that I worked with him, and he will be greatly missed.

- John & Jessica Jacobs, Chicago, IL

We met John in 1986 when he designed our home at the Landings. He was personal, professional, and one of the kindest people we ever met. Working with him was a pleasure, and we love our house to this day. In fact, every time we evacuate for a hurricane, we take his blue prints with us. The Memorial Service truly described John. He will be missed.

- Harriet and Paul Kulbersh, Savannah, GA

Dear Mimi, I am so saddened by your loss. I was among the many of John's Martin Van Buren HS friends you met a few years ago at our Las Vegas reunion. We've been recalling his performance in 'Finian's Rainbow', our senior class show. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lynn Ritchie

- Lynn Ritchie, West Boylston, MA

John was a great architect and a very patient and understanding person who would take the time to explain his designs and the method to achieve them. I had the pleasure of supplying millwork on many of the projects he designed and I will always remember his calm and understanding manner as well as his great designs and mastery of architecure. I pray for the family to have peace. Ron Horton-Savannah Millwork

- Ronald Horton, Savannah, GA

We are shocked and saddened at the untimely death of John Mendrala. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a humble man to have been blessed with such a great God-given talent. He touched our lives, and we have lost a very good friend.

- L. Inman & Mary Sue Hodges, Statesboro, GA

We were saddened to hear of the lost of your Husband; your Father. When these sudden difficulties arise in our lives, God gives us awesome strength & guidance. Just remember to hold onto his unchanging love. You're in our families' prayers! For John to absent from the body is to be present with Our Lord!

- Alfonso & Carolyne Green, Savannah, GA

Chris, Mimi, and Family, I am sorry for your loss. You are in the thoughts and prayers of us all. Please know I am here should you need anything during this difficult time.

- Steven Latham, Savannah Ga., GA

What a great loss it is for us losing this humble and quiet man. His character and excellence in both his public and private life are goals that we should all strive for in our own lives. I am honored and greatful to have known him. I will miss him for a short while and then we will visit again in his new home with our SAVIOR. May the good LORD ease your sorrows and remind you of all the great memories in your life with John. God bless you Mimi and Family and let me know if I can help you in any way. Our deepest sympathy's to you. Scott Gates and Family

- Scott Gates, Savannah, GA

Mimi and all family, I grew up with John and am so very sad. Our first job together was Harriet and Paul Kulbersh and from then on we clicked. We did so many jobs together and I would not be where I am today without his trust and influence. That goes back 23 years. After much coaxing Don finally asked me to help with a job and the rest is history there as well. But NO ONE has had a bigger affect and influence on me than John and I will always remember our special times and all that he taught me about construction, design and most importantly patience with clients. I can't imagine life without him as I'm sure his family and Don feel the same. Thank you for so much John, we will miss you so!

- charlotte tilton, hilton head, SC

Mimi, Chris, and Laura, Words can not express how truly sorry I am for your loss. John was such a special person and well loved by all. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in your memories of a loving husband and father. God bless you.

- John & Sherry Crowell, Tybee Island, GA

It was such a delight to work with John in dreaming and planning for the Children's Museum. He helped to keep us moving in the right directions. It was a privilege to have such a creative and kind friend.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Beth Parr

- Beth Parr, Columbus, GA

John was a truly lovely person. I am very saddened by his untimely death and I will miss working with him. My thoughts are with all of you.

- Sandra Buttimer, Savannah, GA

I had the pleasure of working with John for many years. He embodied the true spirit of an Architect who dealt with both owner and contractor fairly, showing no favoritism. His word was his bond and you could take what he told you 'to the bank'. John was such an even tempered man; I don't remember ever seeing him angry. It was a pleasure to have known and worked with him and I will truly miss him.

- Jim Artley, Jr., Sylvania, GA

I am shocked and saddened to learn of John's death. I will remember how much I enjoyed his early arrival at meetings, when I had the opportunity to share relaxing conversation with him. John was truly a genuinely nice guy. Wishing you comfort and peace.

- Rita Elliott, Savannah, GA

I only know John and his family through his work associate, Marty Harrell, but know what wonderful people they are. I wish to send my sympathies to his family and friends.

- Laura Wall, Atlanta, GA

John's daughter and my daugher have been close friends, actually sisters, for a long time. Several years ago John asked me if I wanted to work for Cogdell & Mendrala I said yes, I am honored and so happy for saying yes. John was a gentleman he was kind, soft spoken and gentle. He was an amazing architect. He had such courage and joy for life, we will miss him so much here at Cogdell & Mendrala.

- Maria Hinton, Savannah, GA

John will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. He was such a soft spoken and kind man. I enjoyed knowing him for many years and even though I did not see him often, I always considered him a friend. I know that Mimi and the children will be lost without him, but we know he is with his God.God bless all of you.

- Patricia Henline, Savannah, GA

Dear Mimi and family, Much love and heartfelt condolences to you on John's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff & Laurie Rubnitz

- Jeff and Laurie Rubnitz, Savannah, GA

I worked for John Mendrala for three years while getting my master's degree at Cogdell & Mendrala Architects. He was an amazing leader, teacher, and friend. I'm truly honored that I had the opportunity learn from him and am so blessed to have called him a friend. I know that I will never have another boss like John or work in another environment that was as wonderful as what he help to create at Cogdell & Mendrala Architects. He lead an outstanding life, and I am so proud to have known him, if only for three short years. He impacted my life and the lives of many others in a kind and generous way. He will be greatly missed and always loved.

- Lisa Kirschman, Chicago, IL

Dearest Mimi and family, I am shocked to hear of the loss of John. Larry and I are much saddened by this news and wish all of you calm and peace ahead as you learn to navigate this world without him. Nancy

- Nancy Powers, Hilton Head, SC

At Cogdell & Mendrala, John showed me that good leadership could be kind and considerate. He was a role model and a friend. I treasure the time that I worked with him, and he will be greatly missed.

- John & Jessica Jacobs, Chicago, IL

We met John in 1986 when he designed our home at the Landings. He was personal, professional, and one of the kindest people we ever met. Working with him was a pleasure, and we love our house to this day. In fact, every time we evacuate for a hurricane, we take his blue prints with us. The Memorial Service truly described John. He will be missed.

- Harriet and Paul Kulbersh, Savannah, GA

Dear Mimi, I am so saddened by your loss. I was among the many of John's Martin Van Buren HS friends you met a few years ago at our Las Vegas reunion. We've been recalling his performance in 'Finian's Rainbow', our senior class show. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lynn Ritchie

- Lynn Ritchie, West Boylston, MA

John was a great architect and a very patient and understanding person who would take the time to explain his designs and the method to achieve them. I had the pleasure of supplying millwork on many of the projects he designed and I will always remember his calm and understanding manner as well as his great designs and mastery of architecure. I pray for the family to have peace. Ron Horton-Savannah Millwork

- Ronald Horton, Savannah, GA

We are shocked and saddened at the untimely death of John Mendrala. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a humble man to have been blessed with such a great God-given talent. He touched our lives, and we have lost a very good friend.

- L. Inman & Mary Sue Hodges, Statesboro, GA

We were saddened to hear of the lost of your Husband; your Father. When these sudden difficulties arise in our lives, God gives us awesome strength & guidance. Just remember to hold onto his unchanging love. You're in our families' prayers! For John to absent from the body is to be present with Our Lord!

- Alfonso & Carolyne Green, Savannah, GA

Chris, Mimi, and Family, I am sorry for your loss. You are in the thoughts and prayers of us all. Please know I am here should you need anything during this difficult time.

- Steven Latham, Savannah Ga., GA

What a great loss it is for us losing this humble and quiet man. His character and excellence in both his public and private life are goals that we should all strive for in our own lives. I am honored and greatful to have known him. I will miss him for a short while and then we will visit again in his new home with our SAVIOR. May the good LORD ease your sorrows and remind you of all the great memories in your life with John. God bless you Mimi and Family and let me know if I can help you in any way. Our deepest sympathy's to you. Scott Gates and Family

- Scott Gates, Savannah, GA

Mimi and all family, I grew up with John and am so very sad. Our first job together was Harriet and Paul Kulbersh and from then on we clicked. We did so many jobs together and I would not be where I am today without his trust and influence. That goes back 23 years. After much coaxing Don finally asked me to help with a job and the rest is history there as well. But NO ONE has had a bigger affect and influence on me than John and I will always remember our special times and all that he taught me about construction, design and most importantly patience with clients. I can't imagine life without him as I'm sure his family and Don feel the same. Thank you for so much John, we will miss you so!

- charlotte tilton, hilton head, SC

Mimi, Chris, and Laura, Words can not express how truly sorry I am for your loss. John was such a special person and well loved by all. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in your memories of a loving husband and father. God bless you.

- John & Sherry Crowell, Tybee Island, GA

It was such a delight to work with John in dreaming and planning for the Children's Museum. He helped to keep us moving in the right directions. It was a privilege to have such a creative and kind friend.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Beth Parr

- Beth Parr, Columbus, GA

John was a truly lovely person. I am very saddened by his untimely death and I will miss working with him. My thoughts are with all of you.

- Sandra Buttimer, Savannah, GA

I had the pleasure of working with John for many years. He embodied the true spirit of an Architect who dealt with both owner and contractor fairly, showing no favoritism. His word was his bond and you could take what he told you 'to the bank'. John was such an even tempered man; I don't remember ever seeing him angry. It was a pleasure to have known and worked with him and I will truly miss him.

- Jim Artley, Jr., Sylvania, GA

I am shocked and saddened to learn of John's death. I will remember how much I enjoyed his early arrival at meetings, when I had the opportunity to share relaxing conversation with him. John was truly a genuinely nice guy. Wishing you comfort and peace.

- Rita Elliott, Savannah, GA

I only know John and his family through his work associate, Marty Harrell, but know what wonderful people they are. I wish to send my sympathies to his family and friends.

- Laura Wall, Atlanta, GA

John's daughter and my daugher have been close friends, actually sisters, for a long time. Several years ago John asked me if I wanted to work for Cogdell & Mendrala I said yes, I am honored and so happy for saying yes. John was a gentleman he was kind, soft spoken and gentle. He was an amazing architect. He had such courage and joy for life, we will miss him so much here at Cogdell & Mendrala.

- Maria Hinton, Savannah, GA

John will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. He was such a soft spoken and kind man. I enjoyed knowing him for many years and even though I did not see him often, I always considered him a friend. I know that Mimi and the children will be lost without him, but we know he is with his God.God bless all of you.

- Patricia Henline, Savannah, GA

Dear Mimi and family, Much love and heartfelt condolences to you on John's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff & Laurie Rubnitz

- Jeff and Laurie Rubnitz, Savannah, GA

I worked for John Mendrala for three years while getting my master's degree at Cogdell & Mendrala Architects. He was an amazing leader, teacher, and friend. I'm truly honored that I had the opportunity learn from him and am so blessed to have called him a friend. I know that I will never have another boss like John or work in another environment that was as wonderful as what he help to create at Cogdell & Mendrala Architects. He lead an outstanding life, and I am so proud to have known him, if only for three short years. He impacted my life and the lives of many others in a kind and generous way. He will be greatly missed and always loved.

- Lisa Kirschman, Chicago, IL